Harrisburg, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Harrisburg, Arkansas had a total population of 2,216, the 142nd largest city in Arkansas, with a median household income of $48,047, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 26.1%.
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 7.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 8.2% is notably above the national average.
Harrisburg Quick Facts
How Harrisburg Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,776 | 2,216 | No clear change (-20.2%) |
| Median household income | $48,831 | $48,047 | No clear change (-1.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $91,934 | $128,100 | +39.3% |
| Median gross rent | $813 | $688 | No clear change (-15.4%) |
How Harrisburg Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 93.4%
- Black: 1.8%
- Hispanic: 2.3%
- Asian: 1.3%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 15.0%
- HS Diploma: 53.1%
- Some College: 18.3%
- Associate's: 6.4%
- Bachelor's: 5.8%
- Graduate+: 1.4%
Harrisburg Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Poinsett County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trumann | 7,410 | $38,881 | 25.4% | $112,300 |
| Marked Tree | 2,249 | $45,656 | 27.3% | $96,200 |
| Lepanto | 2,025 | $44,271 | 17.0% | $76,300 |
| Weiner | 680 | $52,917 | 12.3% | $100,300 |
| Tyronza | 627 | $45,804 | 17.5% | $91,800 |
| Fisher | 167 | $38,750 | 28.1% | $55,800 |
| Payneway | 133 | $37,969 | 23.6% | N/A |
| Waldenburg | 63 | $34,792 | 14.3% | N/A |
| Rivervale | 32 | N/A | 68.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Harrisburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marked Tree | 2,249 | $45,656 | $96,200 | 13.8% | 27.3% |
| England | 2,294 | $46,544 | $88,400 | 18.5% | 27.3% |
| Carlisle | 2,227 | $41,713 | $164,400 | 14.5% | 11.6% |
| Cave City | 2,090 | $49,800 | $120,700 | 10.7% | 19.7% |
| Lake Village | 2,144 | $41,434 | $133,000 | 20.4% | 18.8% |
Population Overview
Harrisburg is a small community located in Arkansas, within Poinsett County. The total population is 2,216. It ranks as the 142nd most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Harrisburg is 42.4 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 38.5 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Harrisburg is $48,047. This is 21% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 40% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 26.1%. This is 63% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 8.2%. This is 66% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $128,100. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Harrisburg is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 45.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% lower than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Harrisburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
7.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 25.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Harrisburg, Arkansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Arkansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Harrisburg, Arkansas?
Harrisburg, Arkansas has a population of 2,216 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Harrisburg, AR?
The median household income in Harrisburg is $48,047, which is 40% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Harrisburg, AR?
The poverty rate in Harrisburg is 26.1%. This means approximately 550 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Harrisburg, Arkansas?
Harrisburg's population is 93.4% White, 1.8% Black, 2.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Harrisburg, AR?
The median home value in Harrisburg is $128,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Harrisburg, Arkansas?
7.2% of adults (25+) in Harrisburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.